Skip the marshmallows this year. This five-ingredient sweet potato casserole is low in fat and rich in flavor, and makes for a perfect side to complement your Thanksgiving meal.
• 2 tbsp. low-fat milk
• 1½ tsp. brown sugar
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup quick cooking oats, dry
• 1 can low-sodium sweet potatoes, drained and chopped
Preheat oven to 350° F. In a small bowl, combine milk, brown sugar, cinnamon and oatmeal. Mix well and set aside. In a medium-sized baking pan, add the sweet potatoes so they cover the bottom of the pan. Add the oatmeal mixture on top of the sweet potatoes. Bake for 20 minutes. Serve hot, or refrigerate and serve cold.
Yield: 6 servings. Each serving provides 94 calories, 0.5g of fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg of cholesterol, 30mg of sodium, 5g of sugar and 3g of fiber.
Source: USDA